Spacious 8-Bedroom Traditional Wooden House in Rural Kyoto
This substantial property, listed as No. 409 in the Nantan City Akiya Bank, offers a rare opportunity to own a large-scale traditional wooden house in the scenic Miyama-cho area of Kyoto Prefecture. The house features an expansive 8SDK layout, providing eight bedrooms alongside dining and kitchen spaces, making it ideal for a large family or a multi-generational household. With a total floor area of 211.02 square meters situated on a generous 558.50 square meter plot, the home includes practical amenities such as a monitor-equipped intercom system and a double toilet setup, one with a reheating function for the bath.
The property is equipped with electricity, a public water supply, a septic tank (jokaso), and propane gas. A critical note from the agent's remarks is that the property is subject to legal restrictions as it is located within a sediment disaster alert zone (steep slope collapse). This is an essential consideration for any prospective buyer. The house is currently vacant and ready for consultation regarding the handover.
Located in the quiet residential neighborhood of Shimohiraya in Nantan City's Miyama-cho, the area is known for its preserved traditional thatched-roof houses (kayabuki), offering a glimpse into Japan's rural heritage. The region is part of the beautiful Tamba region, famous for its clear rivers, lush forests, and traditional craftsmanship. A major landmark and tourist attraction nearby is the picturesque Miyama Kayabuki no Sato, a village famed for its concentration of beautifully preserved thatched-roof farmhouses, often referred to as one of Japan's most scenic traditional landscapes.